Under the “Safe Songkran, alcohol-free” campaign, police say they will strictly enforce laws during Songkran 2026. Here are major don’ts—from high-pressure water guns and alcohol sales rules to drink-driving and speeding—plus penalties.

With his orange and yellow water gun, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha was easy to spot during water-splashing festivities on Khao San Road on Friday, admitting at a press conference later that he had been a prime target.